About this wine
Vineyard and terroir
Villa Fontana lies in the commune of Castelnuovo del Garda, among the gentle morainic hills east of Lake Garda. The vines are Guyot-trained on soils of glacial origin.
Grapes
60% Corvina Veronese, 30% Rondinella and 10% Molinara.
Vinification
Fermentation lasts 12 days in stainless-steel vats at 23 °C, with brief pumping over.
Ageing
The wine matures in stainless steel for about 4 months.
Technical data
Alcohol: 12% vol. Bottle size: 750 ml.
Tasting profile
Bright, transparent ruby red. Delicate fruit aromas evoke cherries, strawberries and raspberries, accompanied by hints of spice. The palate is dry, fresh and balanced, with a persistent savory note and a generous fruity aftertaste.
Serving and pairing
Serve at 12–14 °C. Its food pairings include flavorful first courses such as tortellini, risotto or bean soups, along with white-meat dishes. Traditional Lake Garda matches include freshwater fish such as grilled sardines or eel and tench risotto.
Label / history
Bardolino’s direct, generous style has traditionally made it a favored wine among the fishermen of Lake Garda.
